In 1984, the New Jersey Commission on Radiation Protection promulgated N.J.A.C. 7:28-42, which addressed public exposure to radiofrequency devices. Pursuant to N.J.A.C.7:28-48, the Department has a registration program for radiofrequency heaters, sealers and industrial ovens which operate within a frequency range of 300 kilohertz (\u201ckHz\u201d) to 100 Gigahertz (\u201cGHz\u201d).<\/p>\n

RF and Microwave Heaters, Sealers and Industrial Ovens \u2013 Registration Form<\/a> <\/i><\/p>\n

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Radiofrequency Protection Limits<\/b><\/h3>\n

All stationary (fixed) sources of radiofrequency and microwave radiation between the frequencies of 300 kilohertz and 100 Gigahertz must comply with the limits specified in N.J.A.C. 7:28-42.\u00a0 This excludes the intentional exposure of patients for the purposes of diagnosis, treatment or investigation for the prevention or control of disease.<\/p>\n

Mercury Vapor Lamps<\/b><\/h3>\n

Indoor and outdoor facilities that use mercury vapor lamps for illumination must follow the requirements specified in N.J.A.C. 7:28-41.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=”bg-white p-3 rounded border”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

Additional Information<\/h3>\n

Quick Links have been created to provide easy access to information on radiofrequency (RF) and electromagnetic field (EMF) sources.[\/vc_column_text][vc_toggle title=”60 Hertz Power lines (EMFs)” css=””]
\nMagnetic fields from power lines are not regulated by any federal or state agency. If you wish to have magnetic field measurements made, contact the electric utility owning the transmission or distribution line of interest. Refer to the information provided in the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences\u00a0booklet<\/a>\u00a0in order to interpret your readings.<\/p>\n

Find additional information at the following links:<\/p>\n

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• http:\/\/www.niehs.nih.gov\/health\/topics\/agents\/emf\/<\/a><\/li>\n
• http:\/\/www.who.int\/peh-emf\/en\/<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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  Federal Agency Responsible:<\/td>\n

  Federal Communications Commission (FCC)<\/td>\n

  1-888-CALL-FCC<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n http:\/\/www.fcc.gov\/guides\/human-exposure-rf-fields-guidelines-cellular-and-pcs-sites<\/a><\/p>\n [\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Other Communications Sources” css=””] \nRadio and TV Broadcasting Towers, Satellite Earth Station Antennas, Microwave Towers, Two-way Antennas, Radar and Amateur Radio, electromagnetic interference complaints<\/p>\n\n\n\n Federal Agency Responsible:<\/td>\n Federal Communications Commission (FCC)<\/td>\n 1-888-CALL-FCC<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n [\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Cell Phones” css=””]<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n Federal Agency Responsible:<\/td>\n Federal Communications Commission (FCC)<\/td>\n 1-888-CALL-FCC<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n <\/td>\n Food and Drug Administration (FDA)<\/td>\n 1-888-INFO-FDA<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n Food and Drug Administration (FDA) shares regulatory responsibilities for cell phones with FCC. FCC certifies wireless devices, and all phones sold in the US must comply with FCC guidelines on radiofrequency (RF) exposure. FDA has authority to take action if cell phones are shown to emit RF energy at a level hazardous to the user.<\/p>\n http:\/\/www.fda.gov\/radiation-emittingproducts\/radiationemittingproductsandprocedures\/homebusinessandentertainment\/cellphones\/default.htm<\/a><\/p>\n http:\/\/www.fcc.gov\/encyclopedia\/radio-frequency-safety<\/a><\/p>\n http:\/\/www.who.int\/mediacentre\/factsheets\/fs193\/en\/<\/a><\/p>\n http:\/\/www.niehs.nih.gov\/health\/topics\/agents\/cellphones\/index.cfm<\/a><\/p>\n [\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Tanning Beds” css=””]<\/p>\n\n\n\n State Agency Responsible:<\/td>\n NJ Department of Health<\/td>\n 609-826-4941<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n [\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Microwave Ovens” css=””]<\/p>\n\n\n\n Federal Agency Responsible:<\/td>\n Food and Drug Administration (FDA)<\/td>\n 1-888-INFO-FDA<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n FDA has a performance standard for manufacturers of microwave ovens.\u00a0Information regarding microwave ovens from the FDA<\/a>. For questions regarding radiation leakage, it is best to call the oven manufacturer.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Laser Pointers” css=””]<\/p>\n\n\n\n Federal Agency Responsible:<\/td>\n Food and Drug Administration (FDA)<\/td>\n 1-888-INFO-FDA<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n Lasing aircraft is a federal offense and falls under the shared jurisdiction of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and local law enforcement officials. To report an event,\u00a0click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n General laser pointer info:<\/p>\n Consumer Safety Alert: Internet Sales of Laser Products<\/a><\/p>\n Frequently Asked Questions About Lasers<\/a><\/p>\n Important Information for Laser Pointer Manufacturers<\/a><\/p>\n [\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Laser Light Shows” css=””]<\/p>\n\n\n\n Federal Agency Responsible:<\/td>\n Food and Drug Administration (FDA)<\/td>\n 1-888-INFO-FDA<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n Owners need to obtain a variance for Class 3b and Class 4.<\/p>\n http:\/\/www.fda.gov\/radiation-emittingproducts\/radiationemittingproductsandprocedures\/homebusinessandentertainment\/ucm118907.htm<\/a><\/p>\n [\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Mercury Vapor and Metal Halide Lamps” css=””]<\/p>\n\n\n\n Federal Agency Responsible:<\/td>\n Food and Drug Administration (FDA)<\/td>\n 1-888-INFO-FDA<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n Report suspected overexposures to FDA.<\/p>\n Mercury Vapor Lamps (Mercury Vapor Light Bulbs)<\/a><\/p>\n Ultraviolet Radiation Burns from High Intensity Metal Halide and Mercury Vapor Lighting Remain a Public Health Concern<\/a><\/p>\n [\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Medical Use of Nonionizing Radiation” css=””]<\/p>\n\n\n\n Federal Agency Responsible:<\/td>\n Food and Drug Administration (FDA)<\/td>\n 1-888-INFO-FDA<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n FDA regulates the manufacturers of lasers, microwave, ultrasonic and RF sources used in medicine. Two major categories are:<\/p>\n \n MRI Machines<\/a><\/li>\n Ultrasound Machines<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n [\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Medical Use of Nonionizing Radiation” css=””]<\/p>\n\n\n\n Federal Agency Responsible:<\/td>\n Food and Drug Administration (FDA)<\/td>\n 1-888-INFO-FDA<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n FDA regulates the manufacturers of lasers, microwave, ultrasonic and RF sources used in medicine. Two major categories are:<\/p>\n \n MRI Machines<\/a><\/li>\n Ultrasound Machines<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n [\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Occupational Exposure to RF and Microwaves” css=””]<\/p>\n\n\n\n Federal Agency Responsible:<\/td>\n Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)<\/td>\n 1-800-321-OSHA<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n [\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”RF and Microwaves” css=””]https:\/\/www.osha.gov\/radiofrequency-and-microwave-radiation<\/a>[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”EMF fields” css=””] \nElectric and Magnetic Fields<\/a><\/p>\n EMFs in the Workplace<\/a><\/p>\n [\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”ELF fields” css=””] \nInformation on ELF Radiation<\/a><\/p>\n [\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Lasers” css=””] \nLaser Hazards<\/a><\/p>\n [\/vc_toggle][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] Registration of RF and Microwave Heaters, Sealers and Industrial Ovens In 1984, the New Jersey Commission on Radiation Protection promulgated N.J.A.C. 7:28-42, which addressed public exposure to radiofrequency devices. 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